Hei Hei Safety Snapshot

Canterbury, New Zealand

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The annual total crime rate in Hei Hei is 23.9346 crimes per thousand residents, placing it at rank 182 within Canterbury Region. The overall crime trend in the area has increased in recent months with criminal activity peaking in June 2022, January 2023, September 2023.

Safety Score (NZCHI-adjusted)

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41 / 100
Crime harm per 1,000 residents
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23.9
Regional rank #182 / 82 (Bottom 25%)
3-Month Trend
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71.4%(worsening)

Offence breakdown · past 12 months

Based on total incidents. Updated October 2025.
  • Theft 52.4%
    Theft accounts for 52.4 percent of incidents.
  • Burglary 32.3%
    Burglary accounts for 32.3 percent of incidents.
  • Assault 11.0%
    Assault accounts for 11.0 percent of incidents.
  • Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion 3.2%
    Robbery, Blackmail, And Extortion accounts for 3.2 percent of incidents.
  • Sexual Offences 0.9%
    Sexual Offences accounts for 0.9 percent of incidents.
  • Harm Or Endanger Persons 0.3%
    Harm Or Endanger Persons accounts for 0.3 percent of incidents.

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FAQ

  • Is Hei Hei a safe suburb to live in?

    Hei Hei ranks in the top 55 of suburbs in Canterbury Region for safety, with most crime being non-violent property offences.

  • What is the crime rate in Hei Hei?

    The annual crime rate in Hei Hei is 23.9346 per 1,000 residents.

Crime heatmap for Hei Hei

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